Movies for Sunday February 18th, 2018

On February 18 1968 Molly Ringwald was born... so the theme for today are movies with Molly Ringwald-enjoy!

1 Pretty in Pink (1986) Director Howard Deutch
A movie about a girl from the wrong side of the tracks (Molly Ringwald) who falls for a wealthy classmate...

2 Sixteen Candles (1984) Director John Hughes
Film tells the story of girl (Ringwald) whose family forgets her sixteenth birthday...

3 The Breakfast Club (1985) Director John Hughes
Story of five high school students forced to spend time together during a weekend detention...

4 The Pick-up Artist (1987) Director James Toback
Film about a womanizer (Robert Downey Jr.) who falls for a girl (Ringwald) whose father is a mobster ...

5 The Tempest (1982) Director Paul Mazursky
Film adaptation of Shakespeare tragedy... film tells the story of a man (John Cassavetes) who decides to leave his life for another...

I hope the above list will prove entertaining ... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Saturday February 17th, 2018

On February 17 1954 Rene Russo was born... so the theme for today are movies with Rene Russo... enjoy!

1 In the Line of Fire (1993) Director Wolfgang Petersen
Taut political thriller starring Clint Eastwood as aging secret service man and John Malkovitch as a political assassin... Malkovitch is riveting as villain, which won him an Academy Award nomination.

2 Get Shorty (1995) Director Barry Sonnenfeld
Film about loan shark who goes to Hollywood to collect a debt and ends up pitching a script idea...

3 Tin Cup (1996) Director Ron Shelton
Light comedy about washed up golf pro (Kevin Costner) who finds a second chance at love and his career with the help of a psychiatrist (Rene Russo)-both Kostner and Russo are charming in the lead roles...

I hope the above list provides hours of cinematic entertainment... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Friday February 16th, 2018

On February 16 2010 Howard Winchel Koch died in Hollywood California. He was an American Director and Producer of Motion Pictures and was also responsible for producing the Academy Awards eight times, and served as the President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in the late seventies. With this accomplished career in mind, the theme for today will be pictures by Howard Koch... enjoy!

1 The Odd Couple (1968) Director Gene Saks
Comedy about two friends who end up sharing an apartment together, only to realize how different they are-Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau are great in their lead roles...

2 The Manchurian Candidate (1962) Director John Frankenheimer
Interesting political thriller about a man who is brainwashed to become an assassin-Angela Lansbury is stellar as the villain, which won her an Oscar Nomination.

3 Ghost (1990) Director Jerry Zucker
After being killed in a robbery, a man (Patrick Swayze) comes back to visit his wife (Demi Moore)as a ghost-Whoopi Goldberg is charming as the clairvoyant, which won her an Academy Award for her performance...

I hope the above picks prove entertaining cinema... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Thursday February 15th, 2018

On February 15 1931 English film and stage actress Claire Bloom was born... so the theme for today are movies with Claire Bloom... enjoy!

1 Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989) Director Woody Allen
Tells the story of a doctor (Martin Landau) who will go to any length to hide an affair from his family-Martin Landau's stellar performance led to an Oscar nomination...

2 Limelight (1952) Director Charles Chaplin
A bittersweet film about a fading comedian (Chaplin) who befriends a dancer (Bloom) who has attempted suicide...

3 The Spy Who Came in from the Cold (1965) Director Martin Ritt
Film about an agent who accepts a mission, which may prove to be his last one-Richard Burton was nominated for an Academy Award for his portrayal...

As I have seen only one film from the above list (Crimes and Misdemeanors) I look forward to your feedback.. enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Wednesday February 14th, 2018

February 14th is Valentine's Day, which is an annual holiday celebrated in many countries throughout the world. The holiday is named after early Chrisian Martyr named Valentine... in celebration of this day, many couples exchange romantic gifts and celebrate their love for an intimate partner. With Valentine's Day in mind- the theme for today will be movies about love... enjoy!

1 Wuthering Heights (1939) Director William Wyler
Based on Emily Bronte's classic novel, which tells the tale of two doomed lovers who despite love for one another are forced to live their lives apart-Merle Oberon and Laurence Olivier are superb in their roles... Olivier was nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal...

2 Casablanca (1942) Director Michael Curtiz
Academy Award winning film which tells the story of a man reunited with his long lost love but unable to be with her due to complications-Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman are stellar in their roles.. Bogart was nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal...

3 The Way We Were (1973) Director Sydney Pollack
Movie about two people from completely different worlds trying to stay together despite different political views... great performances by both Robert Redford and Barbara Streisand in the lead roles-Streisand was nominated for an Academy Award for her performance...

4 Harold and Maude (1971) Director Hal Ashby
Charming offbeat comedy about young man who falls for much older woman-fantastic performances by Bud Cort and Ruth Gordon in the lead roles...

5 Remains of the Day (1993) Director James Ivory
Film about unrequited love between a butler and a maid-Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson are stellar in their roles-both were nominated for Academy Awards for their performances...

6 The Lives of Others (2006) Director Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck
An agent for the secret police becomes engrossed with the surveillance of a writer and his lover-beautifully acted film, which won an Academy Award for Best Foreign Film.

7 The Apartment (1960) Director Billy Wilder
Academy Award winning comedy about romance that evolves between an unlikely couple-Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine were both nominated for Oscars in their leading roles; Fred MacMurray is also great in his supporting role as ruthless executive...

8 Before Sunset (2004) Director Richard Linklater
Impressive sequel to movie Before Sunrise, which follows the romance between two lovers in Europe-standout performances by Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy in their leading roles...

9 Sid and Nancy (1986) Director Alex Cox
Unusually morbid love story about real life Punk Star Sid Vicious and his girlfriend Nancy Spungen-Gary Oldman and Chloe Webb are both great in lead roles...

10 Pretty in Pink (1986) Director Howard Deutch
Sweet teen comedy about girl from the wrong side of the tracks (played by Molly Ringwald) who falls for wealthy classmate-Jon Cryer is charming as Ringwalds best friend...

I hope the above list provides a good variety of choices with classics, hidden gems, and offbeat picks for your cinematic entertainment... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Tuesday February 13th, 2018

On February 13 1979 Mena Suvari was born... so the theme for today are movies with Mena Suvari... enjoy!

1 American Beauty (1999) Director Sam Mendes
Academy Award winning film about man who is going through mid-life crisis (played by Kevin Spacey) and becomes infatuated with his daughters friend-Kevin Spacey won an Oscar for his performance...

2 Slums of Beverly Hills (1998) Director Tamara Jenkins
Offbeat film about a teenage girl and her dysfunctional family...

3 Stuck (2007) Director Stuart Gordon
Follows the aftermath of a woman after she is involved in a hit and run...

4 Loser (2000) Director Amy Heckerling
Film about an awkward college student who develops a crush on a classmate...

As I have seen all but one film from the above list (Stuck) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Monday February 12th, 2018

On February 12 1968 Josh Brolin was born... so the theme for today are movies with Josh Brolin... enjoy!

1 American Gangster (2007) Director Ridley Scott
Follows the real life story of Frank Lucas (played by Denzel Washington) who became a heroin kingpin in nineteen seventies New York- Washington is mesmerizing in his role…

2 No Country for Old Men (2007) Director Ethan Coen/Joel Coen
Academy Award winning film that tells the story of a man who stumbles upon a fortune after a robbery goes wrong-Javier Bardem also won an Oscar for his chilling portrayal as the madman who will do anything to get the money back-not for the fainthearted…

3 The Dead Girl (2006) Director Karen Moncrieff
Eerie tale of how different lives are interconnected around the murder of a young woman-beautifully acted and disturbing film…

4 Milk (2008) Director Gus Van Sant
Tells the true story of Harvey Milk (played by Sean Penn) who fought for gay rights –Penn won an Academy Award for his portrayal.

5 W (2008) Director Oliver Stone
Chronicles the life of George W. Bush (played by Josh Brolin)-Brolin is great in his portrayal…

6 Flirting with Disaster (1996) Director David O. Russell
Quirky well made comedy about man who goes on quest to find his biological parents…

I hope that the above list will provide hours of cinematic entertainment... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Sunday February 11th, 2018

On February 11 1990 Nelson Mandela is freed from Victor Verster Prison outside of Cape Town, South Africa... so the theme for today are movies with Nelson Mandela... enjoy!

1 Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation (1996) Director Angus Gibson/Joe Manell
Documentary based on the life of South African leader Nelson Mandela-nominated for an Academy Award...

2 Invictus (2009) Director Clint Eastwood
Tells the true story of how Nelson Mandels (played by Morgan Freeman) aligned with South Africa's National Rugby Captain (played by Matt Damon) to help unite the country-Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon both give standout performances...

3 Malcolm X (1992) Director Spike Lee
Film based on the controversial life of Black Nationalist Malcolm X (played by Denzel Washington)-final scene of film shows
Mandela in a classroom in Soweto township in South Africa...

4 Goodbye Bafana (2007) Director Billie August
Film based on the real life memoirs of Nelson Mandela's prison guard...

As I have seen only one of the above list (Malcolm X) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Saturday February 10th, 2018

On February 10 1974 Elizabeth Banks was born... so the theme for today are movies with Elizabeth Banks... enjoy!

1 Catch Me If You Can (2002) Director Steven Spielberg
True story based on the life of Frank Abagnale Jr. who was a successful con man until he was caught-Leonardo DiCaprio is great as Abagnale...

2 40 Year Old Virgin (2005) Director Judd Apatow
Sweet engaging film about nerdy guy who is looking for love-Steve Carell is charming in the lead role...

3 Seabiscuit (2003) Director Gary Ross
Film based on the true story of an underdog horse who becomes a champion...

4 Role Models (2008) Director David Wain
Thoroughly enjoyable comedy about two wash outs who take on the task of community service when they mentor two troubled youngsters-charming light hearted romp...

5 Spider-Man (2002) Director Sam Raimi
Movie of how Peter Parker (Toby Maguire) comes to be the super hero Spider-Man...

6 W (2008) Director Oliver Stone
Interesting film about the life of George W. Bush-Josh Brolin is mesmerizing in the lead role as Bush...

As I have seen all but one film (Seabiscuit) I look for your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Friday February 9th, 2018

On February 9 in 1943 Joe Pesci was born... so the theme for today are movies with Joe Pesci... enjoy!

1 Raging Bull (1980) Director Martin Scorsese
Critically acclaimed movie based on the life story of boxer Jake LaMotta-Robert DeNiro won an Academy Award for his portrayal of LaMotta, and Pesci was nominated for an Oscar for his role as LaMotta's brother

2 Goodfellas (1990) Director Martin Scorsese
Based on the book Wiseguy, tells the real life story of a man (Henry Hill played by Ray Liotta) who starts out as a gangster and ends up in a witness protection program-Pesci is brilliant as Liotta's hot tempered side kick, which won him an Academy Award for his unforgettable role...

3 Casino (1995) Director Martin Scorsese
Film about two mobster friends involved in a gambling empire-Sharon Stone is fantastic as doper trophy wife, which she won an Academy Award for her portrayal...

4 JFK (1991) Director Oliver Stone
Star studded film, considered controversial by some, as it explored the idea that the Kennedy assassination did not happen as the official story maintains...

5 My Cousin Vinny (1992) Director Jonathan Lynn
Light comedy about two young men who enlist the help of a lawyer cousin (Joe Pesci) to beat a wrongful murder charge-fun over the top performances by Joe Pesci and Marissa Tomei as lawyer and girlfriend, Tomei won an Academy Award for her role...

6 Easy Money (1983) Director James Signorelli
Silly comedy starring Rodney Dangerfield as fat slob gambler who must quit his bad habits to inherit the family fortune and Pesci as Dangerfield's friend...

As I have seen all but one film (Easy Money) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Thursday February 8th, 2018

On February 8 in 1921 Lana Turner was born... so the theme for today are movies with Lana Turner. Lana Turner's discovery at a Hollywood drug store is famous Hollywood legend. Turner was also one of Hollywood's leading ladies during the nineteen forties and fifties... I hope you enjoy the following picks with Lana Turner... enjoy!

1 The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946) Director Tay Garnett
A woman and her lover plot to kill her husband- Turner was catapulted to film noire star with her portrayal. Later remade starring Jack Nicholson and Jessica Lange in the title roles...

2 A Star is Born (1954) Director George Cukor
Tells the story of a star who helps a young actress find fame-Judy Garland and James Mason were both nominated for Academy Awards for their performances; remade in 1976 with Barbara Streisand and Kris Kristofferson...

3 Peyton Place (1957) Director Mark Robson
Melodramatic tale of love and scandal in a New England village-Lana Turner was nominated for an Academy Award for her portrayal...

4 The Bad and the Beautiful (1952) Director Vincent Minnelli
Film about the exploits of a ruthless Hollywood Exec who will step on anyone to make it to the top of his career...

As I have seen all but two films from the above list ( A Star is Born, and Peyton Place) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Wednesday February 7th, 2018

On February 7 1960 James Spader was born... so the theme for today are movies with James Spader-enjoy!

1 Crash (1996) Director David Cronenberg
Controversial offbeat film based on the novel by J.G. Ballard about a man (James Ballard which is played by Spader) who becomes embroiled in a sexual sub-culture-Spader is great in the lead role...

2 Pretty in Pink (1986) Director Howard Deutch
Charming movie about outcast girl from wrong side of the tracks (Molly Ringwald) who falls for the wealthy boy at her school- top notch performances by Jon Cryer as Ringwald's best friend and Spader as wealthy egomaniac school mate who attempts to break up the relationship...

3 Wall Street (1987) Director Oliver Stone
Story of young business executive who is willing to do anything to make it on wall street-Michael Douglas is stellar as greedy mentor which garnered him an Academy Award for his performance.

4 Sex Lies and Videotape (1989) Director Steven Soderbergh
Movie about infidelity and voyeurism-Spader is mesmerizing in his role...

5 Secretary (2002) Director Steven Shainberg
Film about sadomasochistic sexual relationship that ignites between a secretary and her boss...

6 White Palace (1990) Director Luis Mandoki
Story of romance between younger man and older woman-adequate story line is elevated by good performances of Spader and Susan Sarandon in title roles...

7 Jack's Back (1988) Director Rowdy Herrington
Lesser known film with Spader in the lead role as a serial killer...

8 Baby Boom (1987) Director Charles Shyer
Sweet film about woman executive who leaves her high powered career to raise a child-Diane Keaton is charming in the title role...

9 Bad Influence (1990) Director Curtis Hanson
Interesting film about two men who become friends until one of them turns out to be a dangerous sociopath-over the top fun performance by Rob Lowe as sociopath...

As I have seen all but one film (Jack's Back) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Tuesday February 6th, 2018

February 6 is Waitangi Day (also known as New Zealand Day) which is a National Holiday in New Zealand... with Waitangi Day in mind... the theme for today will be films about New Zealand-enjoy!

1 Whale Rider (2003) Director Niki Caro
Breathtaking film about Maori girl (Paikea) who tries to fulfill a destiny despite her grandfather's objections-Keisha Castle Hughes was nominated for her portrayal as Paikea...

2 Once Were Warriors (1995) Director Lee Tamahori
Based on the novel by Alan Duff-tells the story of a family who tries to stay together despite the obstacles they face...

3 Sleeping Dogs (1977) Director Roger Donaldson
Political thriller starring Sam Neill as man drawn into a revolutionary struggle in New Zealand...

As I have seen only one film from the above list (Whale Rider) I look forward to your input... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Monday February 5th, 2018

On February 5 1964 Laura Linney was born... so the theme for today are movies with Laura Linney-enjoy!

1 You Can Count on Me (2000) Director Kenneth Lonnergan
Favourite film about a single mother whose life is turned upside down when her struggling brother comes home to stay with her-stand out performances by both Linney and Mark Ruffalo in the leading roles. Linney was nominated for an Oscar for her portrayal...

2 The Squid and the Whale (2005) Director Noah Baumbach
Story of two young men dealing with the divorce of their parents-Jeff Daniels is fantastic as the disillusioned dad...

3 The Savages (2007) Director Tamara Jenkins
Film about brother and sister who are left to care for their ailing father. Linney was nominated for an Oscar for her portrayal...

4 Kinsey (2004) Director Bill Condon
Film based on the real life story of Alfred Kinsey (Liam Neeson) who was a pioneer in human sexuality research. Linney was nominated for an Oscar for her portrayal...

5 Mystic River (2003) Director Clint Eastwood
Three men try to leave a childhood tragedy behind until they are reunited when one of them loses his daughter...

As I have seen all but one film (The Savages) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Sunday February 4th, 2018

On February 4th, 1940 George A Romero was born... so the theme for today are movies associated with George A Romero. Known mostly as a director of horror films based on the hypothetical zombie apocalypse-he has worn a number of hats in the production of films also taking on the roles of screenwriter, editor and actor. I hope the following picks will prove entertaining by such a talented individual... enjoy!

1 Night of the Living Dead (1968) Director George A Romero
Cult classic zombie film which created the template for all later films of this genre...

2 Dawn of the Dead (1978) Director George A Romero
Next in the installment of horror zombie films which continued to thrill fans...

3 Martin (1978) Director George A Romero
Explores the psyche of disillusioned young man who is compelled to kill and drink blood -not your typical vampire film...

4 Silence of the Lambs (1991) Director Jonathan Demme
Based on the novel by Thomas Harris-opened the flood gates for graphic scenes within the mainstream horror genre. Romero has a small cameo...

As I have seen a select few of the above list (Night of the Living Dead, and Silence of the Lambs) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Saturday February 3rd, 2018

On February 3, 1959 a plane crash near Clear Lake Iowa kills musicians Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper (J.P. Richardson) known as "The Day The Music Died". To commemorate this day in history... the theme for today will be movies about the musicians mentioned... enjoy!

1 The Buddy Holly Story (1978) Director Steve Rash
Highly entertaining film about the life of Buddy Holly... great performance by Gary Busey as Holly which he received an Oscar Nomination for.

2 La Bamba (1987) Director Luis Valdez
Interesting film that tells the life story of Ritchie Valens-role gave Lou Diamond Phillips his first big break in the movie industry for his portrayal...

3 The Real Buddy Holly Story (1987) Director Richard Spense
Documentary hosted by Paul Mc Cartney which tells a more true to life story of Buddy Holly based on interviews with family, band members and friends, and includes early concert footage...

As I have seen all but one film (The Real Buddy Holly Story) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Friday February 2nd, 2018

February 2nd is Ground Hog day which is a tradition in North America... according to folklore, if a ground hog sees it's shadow, it will leave its burrow conveying that winter will soon end. Conversely, if the ground hog fails to see its shadow and retreats back to the burrow, winter is expected to continue for six more weeks. With Ground Hog day in mind... the theme for today will be films about individuals who predict the weather such as the weatherman/woman and films about inclement weather to commemorate such a holiday... enjoy!

Movies about Weather People
1 Ground Hog Day (1993) Director Harold Ramis
Unusual film starring Bill Murray as weatherman who is going out to cover ground hog day for the news and keeps experiencing the same day over and over again...

2 To Die For (1995) Director Gus Van Sant
Dark film starring Nicole Kidman as TV personality (weather girl) who will do anything to climb up in her profession-Kidman is great in her portrayal...

Movies about Inclement Weather

1 The Shining (1980) Director Stanley Kubrick
Based on the novel by Stephen King-tells the story of a family isolated in a hotel for the winter where the husband of the family (Jack Nicholson) goes mad due to cabin fever- Nicholson is great in his portrayal...

2 The Ice Storm (1997) Director Ang Lee
Chronicles the life of a middle class family in the nineteen seventies... set against the back drop of an ice storm...

I hope the above list provides many hours of cinematic entertainment... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Thursday February 1st, 2018

February 1st is the first day of Black History Month so the theme for today are movies by those who have experienced the African diaspora...

1 Killer of Sheep (1977) Director Charles Burnett
Film which depicts the everyday life in the inner city...

2 The Black Press: Soldiers Without Swords (1999) Director Stanley Nelson
Tells the history of the black press in North America...

3 Sweet Honey in the Rock: Raise Your Voice (2005) Director Stanley Nelson
Follows the African American a cappella group Sweet Honey in the Rock's thirtieth anniversary concert tour...

4 Eve's Bayou (1997) Director Kasi Lemmons
A southern tale of family discord...

5 Malcolm X (1992) Director Spike Lee
Based on the true story of the Nationalist Leader-Denzel Washington was nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal...

6 Do the Right Thing (1989) Director Spike Lee
Film follows the lives of different people living in Brooklyn and the racial tension that unfolds as their lives intertwine...

7 Boyz n the Hood (1991) Director John Singleton
Tells the story of boyhood friends growing up in inner city Los Angeles- Singleton was nominated for an Oscar for best director and screenplay...

8 Menace II Society (1993) Director Albert Hughes/Allen Hughes
Movie about a young man struggling to leave his present life...

9 Love and Basketball (2000) Director Gina Prince Blythewood
Follows two neighbours who share a love for basketball and each other...

10 The Learning Tree (1969) Director Gordon Parks
Story of a young man living in the nineteen twenties and his struggles within small town America...

As I have seen a select few of the films listed above (Killer of Sheep, Malcolm X, Do the Right Thing, Boyz n the Hood and Menace II Society) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Wednesday January 31st, 2018

On January 31 1970 Minnie Driver was born... so the theme for today are movies with Minnie Driver.... enjoy!

1 Good Will Hunting (1997) Director Gus Van Sant
Stars Robin Williams as a professor and Matt Damon his unlikely protege-Williams shines in this understated role...

2 Owning Mahowny (2003) Director Richard Kwietniowski
Based on true events... tells the story of a gambling addict (Philip Seymour Hoffman) who was responsible for largest bank fraud in Canada-Hoffman is great as usual...

3 Sleepers (1996) Director Barry Levinson
Star studded cast which tells the story of a group of boys who are victimized as children and how they exact revenge once grown up...

4 Grosse Pointe Blank (1997) Director George Armitage
Stars John Cusack as hit man who attends his high school reunion...

5 Big Night (1996) Director Campbell Scott/Stanley Tucci
Two brothers who own an Italian restaurant host one big night in order to save the family business...

6 Circle of Friends (1995) Director Pat O'Connor
Stars Driver as plain girl who ends up in romance- role helped Driver transition to Hollywood roles...

As I have seen all but two films (Big Night and Circle of Friends) I look forward to your feedback.... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Tuesday January 30th, 2018

On January 30 1974 Christian Bale was born... so the theme for today are movies with Christian Bale... enjoy!

1 The Machinist (2004) Director Brad Anderson
Eerie look into the mind of an unbalanced psyche-Bale is great in his portrayal...

2 American Psycho (2000) Director Mary Harron
Based on the novel of the same name which tells the tale of a madman during the excess of the eighties-not for the faint hearted...

3 The Dark Knight (2008) Director Christopher Nolan
Batman takes on the Joker-Heath Ledger is disturbingly fascinating as the Joker-Ledger won an Academy award for his role...

4 I'm Not There (2007) Director Todd Haynes
Six characters play different aspects of the life of Bob Dylan...

5 Batman Begins (2005) Director Christopher Nolan
Tells the story of how Bruce Wayne (Bale) transformed into Batman...

6 3:10 to Yuma (2007) Director James Mangold
Western which depicts the story of how a rancher and an outlaw become intertwined...

7 The Prestige (2006) Director Christopher Nolan
Story of two magicians both looking to create the perfect illusion...

As I have seen all but two films (I'm Not There, The Prestige) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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Movies for Monday January 29th, 2018

On January 29 1954 Oprah Winfrey was born... so the theme for today are films associated with Oprah Winfrey. Even though Oprah Winfrey is well known for her iconic television presence, she has also had a hand in the movie industry where she was producer, and actor in a number of cinematic endeavours-I hope that these picks prove interesting... enjoy!

1 The Color Purple (1985) Director Steven Spielberg
Based on Pulitzer Prize Winning Novel- with Winfrey in an unforgettable role which she won an Oscar nomination for...

2 Precious: Based on the Novel PUSH by Sapphire (2009) Director Lee Daniels
Engrossing story of young woman facing a series of obstacles to meeting her goals-great acting by Mo'nique as abusive mother...

3 Beloved (1998) Director Jonathan Demme
Film adaptation which stars Winfrey as Sethe who tries to leave behind her previous life and the secrets that it carries...

4 Native Son (1987) Director Jerold Freedman
Based on book which follows the story of inner city teenager whose life becomes further unravelled after a crime is committed...

5 The Princess and the Frog
Hand drawn animated film set in New Orleans which tells the tale of a young girl and her kiss with a frog prince...

As I have seen a select few of the films listed above (The Color Purple, Precious, and Beloved) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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